I am unable to scan in Windows 7 using the Wired Network connection. What can
I do?

Description of Solution 200000031346

The most common
reason a networked Brother machine may stop scanning, is because the connection
between the computer and the Brother machine is lost.

For troubleshooting
purposes, ensure you are logged in with admin rights. Disable any firewall
programs that are running. Once you are able to scan, enable your firewall
again. If the firewall blocks network communication, we recommend adding
the following Internal/External ports in your firewall: (Refer to your Firewall
software documentation for support)

Verify that there
is a secure connection between the Brother machine and the router or access
point. If necessary, reseat the cable on both the router and the Brother
machine.

PART 2: VERIFY THE
BROTHER MACHINE IS POWERED ON AND THERE ARE NO ERRORS

1. If the LCD
screen is blank, then the Brother machine is not powered on or is in sleep
mode. Press a button on the machine to see if it wakes from sleep
mode. If it does not, then verify that it is plugged into a working outlet
and any power switches are turned to the ON position.

2. Check the
LCD screen for any error messages that would prevent scanning. If the LCD
screen shows an error, troubleshoot to clear the issue indicated.

Find the
machine's IP address on the report. If the IP address is not valid for
your network, then continue to PART 3-4 to reset
the network card.

NOTE:
An invalid IP address would be all zeroes, an APIPA address (169.254.x.x) on an
Infrastructure network, or an address within an incorrect range for your
network.

2. Obtain the
computer's IP Address:

a. On the computer,
click Start and in the line labeled Search Programs and Files
type: CMD and press Enter.

b. A command prompt
window will open. Type: IPCONFIG and press Enter.

c. You should
receive information about your computer's network connection. Make a note
of the IPv4 Address.

NOTE:
If you do not receive an IP address, this indicates that there is a problem with
your computer's network connection. If you are unsure of how to reconnect
your computer to the network, contact your router manufacturer or network
administrator for further support with the computer's network
connection.

b. Press
Enter on your keyboard. The computer will ping, or try to
communicate with the Brother machine. When completed, you will receive the
Ping Statistics.

c. If you receive
replies, verify that the replies are from the correct IP address. If you
receive valid replies, then there is communication between the computer and the
Brother machine. Continue to PART 4.

d. If you don't
receive any replies or they are not from the correct IP address, then this
indicates that there is a communication problem between the Brother machine and
the Computer.

-If the computer is
wireless, confirm that it is connected to the same network that the Brother
machine is connected to. If it is connected to a neighboring wireless
network, then you will need to troubleshoot your computer's network
connection.

-If the computer's
connection is verified but you still have no communication, ensure that there
are no firewalls, try another network cable, and other known working ports on
the router. Repeat PART
3after making any adjustments
to the configuration. If you still can't ping the Brother machine,
continue to PART
3-4 to reset the network card.

NOTE:
If you have already reset the network card once using PART
3-4 and the computer still cannot communicate with the Brother
machine:

-Try
another network cable and another port on the access point.

-Try to
communicate from another network-connected computer.

These
steps will help determine if the issue is specific to this computer. If
you can communicate from other computers, then contact your computer
manufacturer or network administrator for assistance troubleshooting this
specific computer.

NOTE:
All network settings will be reset with this operation. If you can
print/scan from other network-connected computers, then do not complete this
step. The issue is specific to this computer's network connection or scanning
capability. Contact your network admin or computer manufacturer for
support.

a. Reset the
Brother machine's network card:

-Press
MENU, 5 (Network), 0 (Network Reset), 1 (Reset),
1 (Yes).

-The
machine's network card will be reset.

b. Once the machine
powers back on, wait a while for the machine and the access point to
re-establish a network connection. It could take up to a minute or
more.

c. Repeat PART 3to determine if the network communication has been
successfully established.

4. Verify that the
Brother scanner is listed. If the
Brother scanner is not listed, the driver may not be installed properly.
Continue to PART 6.

5. Make sure
the Brother scanner is selected and click PROPERTIES.

6. Click the
Network Setting tab.

7. Click the
BROWSE button. The computer will search for the Brother
machine.

-If the machine is
found successfully, ensure the IP address matches the address of the Brother
machine. Highlight the search result and click OK.

-If the machine
isn't found successfully, then there is no communication between the devices
over the network. This may be caused by a firewall or other security
program blocking communication. Try to eliminate as many of these
applications and try browsing again. Contact your network admin or computer
manufacturer for further support.

8. Change the
setting to Specify Your Machine By Address. The IP Address should
match the machine's IP address found in the previous step or you can manually
specify the machine's IP address.

2.
When asked to confirm that you want to completely remove the software, click
OK.

3.
When the uninstall is complete, you will be prompted to restart the
computer. Click YES and wait for the computer to reboot.

4.
Insert the supplied CD for your Operating System into your CD drive. If
prompted, select your language and model.

NOTE: If
the CD does not automatically run, double click on My Computer on your
desktop, or click Start => (My) Computer. Then double click on the
Brother MFL-PRO Suite icon to run the CD.

5.
The CD main menu will appear. Click Initial
Installation.

6.
Click MFL-Pro Suite Without PaperPort(tm) SE.

NOTE:
This assumes PaperPort has already been installed once. If this software
was never installed, you may choose to install the full MFL-Pro Suite from the
main CD menu.

7.
Choose Wired Network Connection (Ethernet) and click
NEXT.

8.
For Windows XP SP2 or greater, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 Users: If a
firewall is detected, choose Change The Firewall Port Settings To Enable
Network Connection And Continue With The Installation (Recommended).
You may have to click NEXT to continue.

NOTE:
If
you are using a firewall other than Windows Firewall or Windows Firewall is off,
you may receive a message warning you that the firewall could block network
communication. See the instructions provided with your firewall software
for information on how to add the following network ports:

-For
network scanning, add UDP port 54925.

-For
network pc-fax receiving, add UDP port 54926.

-If you
still have trouble with your network connection, add UDP port 137.

9.
If
you are asked to "Choose the Brother machine you want to install", Make a
selection. You may leave the box checked for "Set by Nodename" and click
NEXT.

If a window appears
stating: No devices could be found over the network, then the computer cannot
communicate with the machine. This could occur because of a firewall,
security program, or the computer and/or Brother machine is not properly
connected to the network. Troubleshoot to correct any of these
possibilities.

If asked to
"Search for the device again", click NO and choose Specify Your
Machine by Address (Advanced Users). Enter the IP address
information appropriate to your network, and then click NEXT. If
you are not certain what information to enter you should contact your network
administrator.

10.
The installation screens will appear one after another. Please wait. It
will take a few moments for all the screens to appear. Do not try to
cancel any of the screens during this installation.

NOTE: If
asked: Would you like to install this device software? Click
INSTALL.

11.
When the User's Guides screen is displayed, if you want to download the manuals
click View Manuals on the Web and follow the on-screen
instructions. You can also view the manuals on the documentation CD.
Once you are finished click NEXT to continue the installation.

12.
When the On-Line Registration screen is displayed, make your selection and
follow the on-screen instructions. Once you have completed the
registration click NEXT to continue the installation.

13.
When the "Setup Complete" window appears, make any of the following selections,
and then click NEXT:

-You
may select Enable Status Monitor on Startup, which is a software tool for
monitoring device status and error notification from your PC.

-You
may select Enable the Network Connection Repair Tool, which is a software
application that will check for network problems and automatically attempt to
correct them.

-You
may select to Set as Default Printer.

14.
Select Yes, I Want To Restart My Computer Now and click
FINISH. The computer will restart.

NOTE:
After restarting the computer you must be logged on with Administrator
rights.

15.
Once the computer restarts, you will be prompted to select an option for
firmware update notification. Make your selection and click
OK.

NOTE:
Internet access is required for any firmware upgrades.

16. Attempt to scan
again to determine if the issue has been resolved. If you are still unable
to scan:

-Try another network
cable and another port on the access point.

-Attempt to scan
from another network-connected computer.

These steps will
help determine if the issue is specific to this computer. If you can scan
from other computers, then contact your computer manufacturer or network
administrator for assistance troubleshooting this specific computer.

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